Practical Geneva

Practical information for internationals living in Geneva.

Local life:

Shops & shopping

Geneva’s shops are as varied as its culture !

Whatever your centers of interest, your budget, your needs, or the gifts to offer, you will find in Geneva countless boutiques and department stores that will delight young and old alike. Let yourself be guided and create your own tailor-made shopping experience ! 

Cekelenô - Shopping in the city of Geneva

Discover Geneva’s best local shops with detailed shopping routes !
Grab your shopping bag and start exploring the neighbourhoods today.
Download the maps (pdf):

Vieille-Ville, Eaux-Vives, Plainpalais, Carouge, Saint-Gervais, Pâquis.

Balexert shopping centre in Geneva

Members of CAGI

LOCAL SHOPS AND PRODUCTS 

Other useful information

Activities for all
Voting for Internationals
Emergencies & doctors
Ecomobility

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CAGI services

Welcome Programme

To facilitate your integration and that of your family in Geneva

Housing exchange: requests/offers and information

To ease your installation and assist you with administrative procedures

Practical Geneva Conferences

To learn about the practical aspects of daily life in Geneva and the region

Social events

To participate in local events between Genevans and Internationals

Cultural Kiosk at UN Geneva & CERN

To take advantage of offers at preferential rates and tourist information

Activities for all

To discover leisure activities recommended by the CAGI

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Contact the CAGI

La Pastorale:

Founded by the Swiss Confederation and the Republic and Canton of Geneva, the International Geneva Welcome Centre is the single entry point for the support and integration of employees of International Geneva and their families, NGOs and visiting delegates.